The Timmins and District Hospital (TADH) Diabetes Education Centre opened its doors in an easier to access location for patients, family members and visitors.

“Upon learning that the Diabetes Centre is relocating, I felt a surge of excitement. The new location is more accessible and easier to find, offering larger and more comfortable rooms. Additionally, it provides ample parking, enhancing the overall experience for patients.

Located across the street from the hospital at 707 Ross Ave. East, the new the Diabetes Education Centre, which opened December 2, provides both a comfortable environment and convenient location for people of all ages. Diabetes is one of the most prevalent chronic diseases affecting 12% of people living in Northeastern Ontario, higher than the national average of 9.6%.

“Upon learning that the Diabetes Centre is relocating, I felt a surge of excitement,” said Nina Sunico, a patient who relies its services. “The new location is more accessible and easier to find, offering larger and more comfortable rooms. Additionally, it provides ample parking, enhancing the overall experience for patients.”

Relocating the centre to a location that is focused on patient needs is part of TADH’s Strategic Plan’s priority to improve the patient experience. “At TADH we are focused on providing patient-centred and exemplary care to Northerners,” said Kate Fyfe, CEO and President, of TADH. “Our team of dedicated health care professionals will continue to offer comprehensive services, including education, management programs, and regular screenings, ensuring that our patients receive the highest level of care in our new location.”

Patients can receive help with treating and managing the three forms of diabetes: type 1, type 2, and gestational, which affects those who are pregnant. In all types of diabetes, a person’s body either doesn’t produce enough insulin or doesn’t use the insulin it produces effectively.

“We look forward to welcoming patients to our new location and continuing to provide the support they need to manage their diabetes effectively, said Manager Lorna Green.

For more information about TADH Diabetes Education Centre’s services or to schedule
an appointment please call 705-267-2131 ext. 5800.

Quick Facts

• Around 3.8 million people in Canada over the age of one-year live with diagnosed diabetes. This number excludes gestational diabetes.
• The number of people living with diabetes is expected to continue to increase as Canada’s population ages and grows.
• Most children and youth with diabetes have type 1. However, type 2 diabetes is becoming more common due to the rise in childhood obesity.
• November is Diabetes Awareness Month.

The Timmins and District Hospital (TADH) operates within the traditional lands of the Mattagami First Nation, located in Treaty 9 territory. Our team is committed to building strong, lasting relationships with Indigenous communities as we acknowledge the diversity, history and heritage of Indigenous people in the North. TADH recognizes the important contributions that all First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and other Indigenous peoples have made in shaping and strengthening our community and system of care.

TADH is a fully accredited community, referral, and teaching hospital serving the residents of the City of Timmins and Cochrane District as well as the adjoining areas of the Timiskaming, Sudbury and Algoma districts. The hospital offers a full range of medical, surgical, critical care, maternity, newborn, pediatric, long-term care, mental health and diagnostic imaging services.